The Women’s Fund of Essex County
Forecasted
The Women’s Fund of Essex County by Essex County Community Foundation funds programs advancing equity, health, and empowerment for at-risk women and girls through research-driven community initiatives.
Funder: Essex County Community Foundation
Due Dates (Anticipated): January 2027 (application deadline, projected)
Funding Amounts: $30,000 per award, paid over 3 years (multi-year grant)
Summary: Supports nonprofits serving at-risk women and girls in Essex County, MA, through gender-specific programs addressing systemic inequities.
Key Information: Grant funds must be used within Essex County; priority to organizations with budgets under $5M.
Description
The Women’s Fund of Essex County, managed by the Essex County Community Foundation, provides annual multi-year grants to nonprofit organizations delivering gender-specific programs for at-risk women and girls in Essex County, Massachusetts. The fund aims to address systemic inequities and improve the lives of women and girls by supporting organizations with demonstrated impact. Funding priorities include economic empowerment, health and well-being, equity and social justice, academic achievement, and leadership development. The program emphasizes measurable outcomes and community impact, with a strong preference for organizations with annual operating budgets under $5 million.
